“The Security Service of Ukraine has gathered extensive evidence and ‘broke’ a member of the Russian Armed Forces who, together with an accomplice, executed nine Ukrainian prisoners during fighting in the Kursk region,” the statement accompanying the video said.
Investigators determined that the war crime was committed by Sergei Skobelyev, a member of the 155th Separate Brigade of the Russian Pacific Fleet.
In October 2024, as commander of a Russian assault team, Skobelyev received orders to attack positions held by the Ukrainian Defence Forces in the Kursk region. His unit ambushed a group of Ukrainian troops, capturing nine soldiers during the clash.
The prisoners were forced to undress and lie on the ground. To keep them calm and prevent resistance, they were promised an exchange.
Skobelyev shot four of the prisoners, while his accomplice executed the remaining five. The assault team then collected the victims’ mobile phones and radios before resuming combat operations.
A week later, Skobelyev was captured by the Ukrainian Defence Forces. He initially denied any wrongdoing, but investigators gathered sufficient evidence to secure his confession.
“The crime constitutes a serious violation of the Geneva Conventions and other international agreements governing the treatment of prisoners of war. A criminal notice is being prepared, and the perpetrator will face severe punishment,” the SBU said.
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Source: SBU/YouTube.com/@SecurityServiceUkraine